Bihars Transformation Under Modi: Education and Health Improvements Highlighted by Minister Jayaswal
Bihars Minister Dilip Jayaswal praises PM Modis leadership for advancements in education and health over the past decade. Bihars Transformation Under Modi: Education and Health Improvements Highlighted by Minister Jayaswal
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Man killed as e-rickshaw, motorcycle collide in Bihar's Katihar
Digital Desk | Patna, Oct 13 (IANS) One person was killed, and four others were injured when a Toto (electric rickshaw) collided with a motorcycle near Dumariya Mahanth Sthan on State Highway-77 in Bihar's Katihar district. The accident happened on Monday night and triggered panic at the scene. After receiving information, a Dial 112 police team reached the spot and took the injured to the Community Health Centre (CHC) in Kursela. Doctors declared one of them dead during a medical examination. The deceased is believed to be the Toto driver, but his identity had not been established when this report was filed. The injured were identified as Mahtab Ansari of Devipur, Dinesh Prasad Yadav of Baghwa, Pujan Mahto of Rajjiganj and Ambika Mandal. Mahtab, who sustained serious injuries, was referred to a higher medical centre for further treatment. The other injured individuals are being treated at CHC Kursela. According to preliminary investigation, the Toto was travelling from Kursela towards Rupauli with around six passengers on board when the collision occurred. The circumstances leading to the accident, including the direction from which the motorcycle was approaching, remain unclear. Station House Officer Rakesh Kumar said police were working to establish the deceaseds identity and determine the cause of the collision. Earlier in a separate accident, two youths were killed on the spot after a tractor overturned near Kushiyari Mor on the Pothia-Dumar road in Katihar district on Monday morning. According to an official, five people, including the driver, were travelling on the tractor when it suddenly went out of control and overturned. Three others sustained injuries and were taken to a hospital for treatment. The deceased were identified as Safikul Ansari and Mohammad Manir, both residents of Jira Patti under the Barari police station area. The accident drew a crowd to the scene and left the victims families devastated. Family members were reportedly inconsolable after receiving news of the deaths. Further probes in both cases are underway.
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Bihar Public Service Commission Postpones 72nd Combined Preliminary Exam Again
The Bihar Public Service Commission has postponed the 72nd Combined Preliminary Competitive Examination, which was scheduled for October 25, 2026. Candidates are urged to continue their preparations and await further announcements regarding the new exam date. The Commission has not yet provided an alternative date, and all updates will be communicated through their official website. Stay informed to avoid misinformation circulating on social media.
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The Supreme Court clarified that it has neither approved nor disapproved the Election Commission's revised Form 6. The court explained that the validity of this modified form was not previously adjudicated. A bench emphasized that the revised Form 6 did not exist when delivering the Bihar judgment in May 2026. Counsel for the petitioner referred to prior court observations regarding the form's approval.
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NFR unloads 1,094 freight rakes in September, Assam accounts for 585
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Oct 12 (IANS) The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) unloaded 1,094 freight rakes across its zone in September 2026, ensuring the supply of essential commodities and industrial goods to the Northeastern states and strengthening regional supply chains, officials said on Monday. According to NFRs Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) Kapinjal Kishore Sharma, food grains, food-grade items, fertilisers, sugar, coal, salt, tank wagons and other commodities were handled at various goods sheds across the zone during the month, facilitating their timely distribution and supporting economic activities. Assam accounted for the highest number of unloaded freight rakes at 585, highlighting the crucial role of the Railways in meeting the requirements of public distribution systems, industries and consumers, he said. Sharma said that during September, 102 freight rakes were unloaded in Tripura, 28 in Manipur, 15 in Nagaland, six in Arunachal Pradesh and five in Mizoram. Outside the mountainous Northeastern states, West Bengal recorded the unloading of 208 freight rakes, while Bihar accounted for 145, further strengthening trade connectivity and regional supply chains, he stated. The CPRO said that for NFR, the uninterrupted movement of essential and other commodities was vital for meeting daily requirements and supporting industrial and commercial activities across the region. He added that regular monitoring at various levels had helped reduce turnaround time and improve unloading efficiency, contributing to the smooth handling and distribution of goods. The freight operations underline the Railways' role in supplying essential commodities to the Northeast, where rail connectivity remains important for transporting goods from other parts of the country, the NFR official said. The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR), headquartered at Maligaon near Guwahati, operates across the Northeastern states as well as in seven districts of West Bengal and five districts of north Bihar.
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Bengal: SSB rescues two minors from Mizoram in human trafficking attempt
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 12 (IANS) Troops of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) foiled a human trafficking attempt across the India-Nepal Border. Two minor girls were rescued, and two accused were taken into custody. One of those arrested is suspected to be the key conspirator. Around 5 pm on October 11, personnel of the Border Intelligence Team (BIT), 41 Bn, SSB, who were deployed on the New Bridge, Panitanki, in West Bengal, intercepted a silver-coloured Toyota Hyryder proceeding from India towards Nepal. There were three persons travelling in the vehicle. One of them was Mahesh Bhuralal Tanna (61), a resident of Ahmedabad in Gujarat. The second was Navin Kumar (34), from Muzaffarpur in Bihar. He was driving the vehicle. The third occupant was a 17-year-old girl, a resident of Mizoram. During an on-the-spot preliminary inquiry, the minor girl revealed that she was travelling to Nepal with Tanna, an acquaintance of her father, supposedly for shopping and visiting a casino. She further stated that she had been staying with him at a rented flat near Salugara, Siliguri, lured by promises of employment at his spa centres in Mumbai and Goa, a senior SSB official said. The officials at the site sensed something amiss and alerted the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit (AHTU) of Sector Headquarters, SSB, at Ranidanga and NGO partner Kosi Lok Manch, Siliguri. Teams immediately rushed to the SSB post at Panitanki for joint counselling and questioning. During sustained interrogation, Tanna confessed that an agent based in Mizoram had sent the minor girl to him about ten days earlier. He claimed that as she was underage, he engaged her as domestic help for Rs 4,000 until she attained majority. However, inspection of the suspect's mobile phone (iPhone) revealed compromising photographs and videos of the minor girl and another unidentified female stored in the 'Recently Deleted' folder, indicating gross sexual exploitation under the guise of employment, the official said. On being shown this evidence, Tanna was forced to admit that a second minor girl had been kept at his rented accommodation near Salugara, Siliguri. The SSB team immediately got into action and sent the information to the local police and NGO team in Salugara. Help was sought from the police as the area in Salugara was beyond the jurisdiction of the SSB. A police team, accompanied by members of the Kosi Lok Manch, raided the rented flat in Salugara in Siliguri and successfully rescued the second minor girl, the official said. Both rescued minors were taken to Kharibari Rural Hospital, where mandatory medical examinations were conducted in coordination with 41 Bn SSB personnel and the NGO team members. Subsequently, the girls, along with Tanna and Kumar, as well as the seized vehicle, were handed over to the Kharibari Police Station. An FIR was registered with the active assistance and coordination of 41 Bn SSB personnel for further investigation and prosecution under relevant statutory provisions. The NGO is coordinating with child welfare bodies for safe institutional care, counselling, and family repatriation of the two minors. Senior officials have appreciated the role played by the SSB personnel at Panitanki. It was their alertness and prompt action in coordinating with other agencies that resulted in the rescue of both girls and the arrest of the person behind the racket. Human trafficking is a major issue along the India-Nepal Border. Recently, six girls from Tripura, including three minors, were rescued while being taken to Nepal to work at a dance bar. The SSB has sensitised its troops and has strengthened intelligence gathering to prevent such crimes. It also works with NGOs working in this field to help the innocent victims.
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Ranji Trophy: Deshpande's Hat-trick Wrecks Chandigarh, Jadeja Slams Century For Saurashtra
Ranji Trophy Elite Division: Mumbai pacer Tushar Deshpande took a hat-trick and a five-wicket haul as Chandigarh were bundled out for 78 on Day Two of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group D match at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Monday. Deshpande tore through the top order to pick 5-17, and Mohit Avasthi backed him with figures of 3-9. Mumbai, who had made 429 on the back of half-centuries from Tanush Kotian and Avasthi, enforced the follow-on, and Deshpande struck again in the second innings to leave Chandigarh at 0/1. Veteran left-arm spin bowling all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, resuming on 72, scored 102 off 209 balls with seven fours as Saurashtra, who began the day on 308/4, were bowled out for 392 in 110.4 overs against Chhattisgarh in an Elite Group B clash at Rajkot. Jadeja fell to his former state-mate Dharmendrasinh Jadeja, who took 2-106 in 25.4 overs. Prerak Mankad went on to make 129 off 150 balls with 15 fours and a six, after starting the day on 92. Dev Aditya Singh was the pick of the Chhattisgarh bowlers with 5-67 in 24 overs, four of them maidens. Chhattisgarh were 122/3 in 55 overs at stumps. Anuj Tiwary was unbeaten on 72 and Mayank Verma on 32, with Ayush Pandey out for 13. Captain Jaydev Unadkat, Chetan Sakariya and Chirag Jani took a wicket each. Elsewhere, in the Elite Group A clash in Nagpur, Vidarbha captain Akshay Wadkar was dismissed two short of a maiden first-class double hundred, and his side finished on 428 against Puducherry after Yash Rathod hit 134 earlier in the day, with the visitors reaching 102/1 at stumps. In Goa, Atit Sheth was bowled for 99 as Baroda declared on 472/8 against Goa, who reached 5/1 at stumps. In Rajgir, Uttar Pradesh were bowled out for 540 against Bihar, with Aaradhya Yadav and Zeeshan Ansari scoring fifties after Madhav Kaushik (150) and Rinku Singh (112) fell. In Kalyani, West Bengal, Sudip Kumar Gharami (122 not out) and Abishek Porel (114 not out) hit centuries each and are unbroken in a 199-run stand as Bengal reached 304/3 against Delhi at Kalyani and have their lead currently at 64 runs. Jharkhand were bowled out for 587 against Kerala in Jamshedpur, with Aditya Singh's 147 and captain Virat Singh's 108 being strong contributions. Assam captain Denish Das (103) and Sibsankar Roy (143) also hit tons against Punjab in New Chandigarh, and Assam were bowled out for 373. For Punjab, veteran pacer Umesh Yadav took 5-70. In Ahmedabad, Gujarat's Vedant Trivedi (94 not out) and Aarya Desai (94) responded strongly to Baroda's 324 and took the hosts to 205/2 at stumps. In Vijayawada, SV Rahul, two days after turning 19, made a hundred on his first-class debut and shared a 202-run stand with wicketkeeper Revanth Reddy (97) that gave Andhra a 57-run lead over Karnataka, after ending day two at 331/6. Akash Vasisht's unbeaten 113 revived Himachal Pradesh, who had been 119/7, against Haryana and took them to 253. In reply, Haryana reached 178/4 in 46 overs and trailed by 75 runs, with Yashvardhan Dalal unbeaten on 69. Narayan Jagadeesan (55) and Pradosh Ranjan Paul (58) put on 104 for Tamil Nadu against Rajasthan, as they reached 167/4 and trailed by 196 runs. Rajasthan had been bowled out for 363, losing five wickets for 16 after Mahipal Lomror hit 66. B. Sai Sudharsan had gone down while fielding, and though he came out to bat, he made just three. Uttarakhand need 18 runs to match Railways' score of 78, with Avneesh Sudha unbeaten on 75. Tripura offspinner Sandip Sarkar took eight wickets in a 41.2-over spell, but Hyderabad still lead by 160 runs and need three wickets to move closer to an innings win. Fast bowler Avesh Khan's three wickets helped Madhya Pradesh bowl out defending champions Jammu and Kashmir for 120 to take a 76-run first-innings lead. But MP ended day twos play in Srinagar at 59/4, and are ahead by 135 runs overall, with fast-bowling all-rounder Auqib Nabis late strikes keeping the hosts in the contest. Uttarakhand need 18 runs to match Railways' score of 78, with Avneesh Sudha unbeaten on 75. Tripura offspinner Sandip Sarkar took eight wickets in a 41.2-over spell, but Hyderabad still lead by 160 runs and need three wickets to move closer to an innings win. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Bihar CM inaugurates new OPD tower at PMCH, registration counters increased to 15
Digital Desk | Patna, Oct 12 (IANS) Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary inaugurated the new OPD tower at Patna Medical College and Hospital (PMCH) on Monday in the presence of Health Minister Nishant Kumar. An OPD registration facility was also launched in the building to improve convenience for patients visiting the states premier government medical institution. The new facility is part of PMCHs ongoing redevelopment programme, which aims to modernise hospital infrastructure, expand patient capacity and improve healthcare services. Patients from Patna and other districts of Bihar regularly visit the hospital for treatment. Addressing the inauguration ceremony, Choudhary said the new OPD tower marked an important milestone in PMCHs redevelopment. He said the growing number of patients had made it necessary to expand the hospitals infrastructure and upgrade its medical facilities. He added that the NDA government had undertaken the redevelopment project with the aim of transforming PMCH into the countrys largest hospital and the second-largest in Asia. Choudhary said the new registration system would make obtaining OPD slips easier, particularly for patients travelling from remote areas, women and elderly people. The new OPD registration counters have been established on the first floor of the building. The number of counters has been increased from 10 to 15 to manage patient flow more efficiently and reduce waiting times. Health Minister Nishant Kumar said three counters had been reserved specifically for women, while a separate counter had been provided for elderly patients and persons with disabilities. The registration area is air-conditioned and equipped with seating arrangements for patients waiting for their turn. Kumar also reviewed the arrangements with the PMCH superintendent. He said the new facility would offer relief to patients waiting for registration slips, particularly during hot or rainy weather. He added that the government was focused on improving healthcare facilities for the public. PMCH Superintendent Dr Rajiv Kumar Singh said patients would be able to consult the relevant doctors at the OPD on the third floor after completing registration on the first floor. The arrangement is intended to streamline registration and consultation services within the same building, making the process more convenient for patients and their attendants. According to the PMCH superintendent, the newly inaugurated Tower 3 was completed under Phase 1 of the hospitals redevelopment project. The building includes escalators, a modern waiting lounge, a surgical ward with 150 air-conditioned beds, four modular operation theatres and a rooftop helipad intended for air ambulance services.
Bihar: 5 arrested for smuggling over 403.20 grams brown sugar
Digital Desk | Patna, Oct 12 (IANS) Police have arrested three people in connection with an alleged drug trafficking operation near Sabour Railway Station in Bihars Bhagalpur district, an official said on Monday. During the operation, officers seized 403.20 grams of brown sugar, estimated to be worth approximately Rs 1 crore, along with three mobile phones. Police are investigating the source of the suspected narcotics and attempting to identify the alleged suppliers, intended recipients and other people connected to the network. According to police, the Sabour police station received information on Sunday that some individuals were planning to transport narcotics after leaving the railway station. Acting on the tip-off, a special team was formed on the instructions of Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Pramod Kumar Yadav. The operation was conducted under the supervision of City SP Atulesh Jha and led by the Sub-Divisional Police Officer (Law and Order) and the Sabour Station House Officer (SHO). During surveillance near the station, some individuals allegedly attempted to flee after noticing the police. With assistance from armed personnel, officers pursued and apprehended two suspects. A subsequent search led to the recovery of 403.20 grams of brown sugar and three mobile phones. The two initially arrested suspects have been identified as Jaynandan Kumar, son of Gopi Yadav, a resident of Manikpur under Babarganj police station limits, and Sangam Priya, son of Naresh Mandal, a resident of Mirjanhat Mrityunja Chowk under Mujahidpur police station limits. According to police, information obtained during the interrogation of the two suspects led to the arrest of a third accused, Krishna Kumar, alias Bhim, a resident of Chaudhary Dih under Lodipur police station limits. An FIR has been registered against the three accused, and further legal proceedings have been initiated. Police are examining the seized mobile phones to gather information about the suspects contacts and identify others who may be connected to the alleged drug supply network. Investigators are also working to establish where the narcotics originated and where the consignment was intended to be delivered. Further raids may follow as the investigation progresses. The police said the operation was conducted as part of the Healthy Youth, Healthy Bhagalpur campaign aimed at curbing the illegal narcotics trade. The investigation is ongoing, and further action will depend on the evidence gathered and the roles established during the probe.
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Bihar: BPSC postpones 72nd preliminary exam scheduled for Oct 25
Digital Desk | Patna, Oct 12 (IANS) The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has postponed the 72nd Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) preliminary test, which was scheduled to be held on October 25, 2026. In an important notice, the Commission cited unavoidable reasons for the postponement but did not provide a detailed explanation. The BPSC said the revised examination date would be announced later. Candidates preparing for the examination have been advised to monitor notifications on the Commissions official website, bpsc.bihar.gov.in, for further updates. The 72nd Combined Competitive Examination is being conducted to recruit candidates for 1,186 posts across various Bihar government departments. The recruitment notification initially covered 1,230 posts. However, 44 Sugarcane Officer posts were subsequently removed from the combined examination. Revisions were also made to the vacancies for Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) and other positions. The advertised vacancies include several administrative, police and departmental posts. The vacancies listed in the supplied recruitment details include 100 Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO/SDM) posts, 20 Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) posts, 76 Assistant Commissioner (State Tax) posts, 65 Rural Development Officer posts, 70 Block Panchayat Raj Officer posts, 54 Municipal Executive Officer posts, 365 Revenue Officer and equivalent posts, 130 Cooperative Extension Officer posts, and 56 Labour Enforcement Officer posts. These positions form part of the recruitment drive for administrative and other government services in Bihar. The postponement means candidates will have to wait for the Commission to announce a fresh date before finalising their examination plans. The revised schedule and any further instructions will be issued through official notifications. The preliminary examination had earlier been scheduled for July 26, 2026, but that date was subsequently cancelled. The BPSC had announced the cancellation of the July 26 examination on July 18. The October 25 schedule has now also been postponed. Candidates are advised to rely on official BPSC announcements for confirmation of the new examination date and other details.
Weather Tomorrow: On October 13, diverse weather patterns are anticipated across India. Delhi-NCR is set to encounter a mix of clouds and isolated showers along with vigorous winds. In Himachal Pradesh, light rains may occur in specific areas while Haryana could witness thundershowers. Additionally, Bihar and Uttarakhand are likely to have scattered rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms.
Bihar govt transfers Rs 112.14 crore to 1.60 lakh flood-hit families
Digital Desk | Patna, Oct 12 (IANS) The Bihar government has disbursed Rs 112.14 crore in financial assistance to flood-affected families across the state. On Monday, Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary transferred an ex gratia amount of Rs 7,000 each to the bank accounts of 1.60 lakh beneficiaries through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). During a programme at the Chief Ministers Secretariat, Samrat Choudhary directed all District Magistrates (DMs) to promptly submit details of flood-affected families who have not yet received the assistance so that eligible beneficiaries can also be provided relief. He announced that the agricultural input subsidy for farmers affected by the floods would be transferred to their accounts on October 14. The assistance is intended to provide relief to farmers whose crops were damaged by the flooding. The Chief Minister also directed officials to complete repairs to flood-damaged infrastructure before Diwali. He stressed the need to accelerate relief and rehabilitation work to restore normalcy in affected areas as quickly as possible. Recent flooding in the Ganga, Gandak, Kosi, Bagmati and Kamla Balan rivers has affected approximately 55 lakh people in Bihar. Many families have suffered damage to their homes, crops and other property. The impact remains visible in Bhagalpur, Patna, Munger, Bhojpur and Buxar districts, where erosion along the Ganga continues despite a decline in the rivers water level. In Naugachia, several multi-storey houses have reportedly been swept into the river because of severe erosion. Besides the Ganga basin, soil erosion also happened in the Gandak, Bagmati, Kosi, Burhi Gandak, and Kamla Balan basins and several districts like West Champaran, Gopalganj, Muzaffarpur, Sheohar, Sitamarhi, Darbhanga, and Madhunai are affected by it. The Chief Minister has instructed officials to speed up relief and rehabilitation measures in flood-hit areas. Priority has been given to repairing damaged roads, restoring essential infrastructure and ensuring the timely provision of necessary services. The Bihar government aims to provide financial relief to affected families while completing restoration work within the stipulated timeline.
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Four inter-state drug peddlers were arrested in Ranchi, Jharkhand, with brown sugar valued at Rs 23 lakh. Police seized 340 grams of the drug, Rs 9,100 in cash, and vehicles. The accused, including three from Bihar and one from Ranchi, planned to sell the contraband during festivals. An FIR has been registered under the NDPS Act.
Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Monday said in a press conference that the state had been connected more strongly to the country's development stream during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 12 years in power at the Centre. He listed gains in housing, health, women's empowerment, bridges, airports and flood control, and said work on a flood-control plan for Bihar's rivers was under way. Referring to Modi's swearing-in as Gujarat Chief Minister on October 7, 2001. Choudhary said that over 25 years the Prime Minister had put ation first, citizen first ahead of the post he held. Choudhary said, October 7 reminds us that the public's trust is the greatest strength in a democracy, and that the journey of public service moves forward through constant dialogue, accountability and commitment to the national interest. Choudhary said Modi accepted the responsibility of leading the nation in 2014 as a Pradhan Sevak and not as a right to power. Every decision of governance is driven...
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BPSC 72nd Prelims 2026 Postponed Again; New Exam Date Awaited
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has once again deferred the 72nd Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) Preliminary Exam 2026, which was due to be held on October 25, 2026. The commission is yet to release the revised examination date. Candidates will
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Maha CM accuses Rahul Gandhi, INDIA bloc of trying to weaken judiciary through protests
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 12 (IANS) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday launched a scathing attack on Lok Sabha Opposition Leader Rahul Gandhi and the INDIA bloc, accusing them of executing a deliberate strategy to pressure and delegitimize India's constitutional institutions, including the Supreme Court, the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG), and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The Chief Ministers strong reaction came as INDIA bloc leaders, led by Rahul Gandhi, staged a high-voltage march in New Delhi towards the Supreme Court. The opposition leaders are demanding the removal of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, accusing him, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Union Home Minister Amit Shah of subverting electoral integrity and obbing the nation. CM Fadnavis criticised the opposition for brandishing copies of the Constitution while systematically undermining constitutional bodies. He alleged that the current protests are part of an extreme far-left plot designed to reject Dr B R Ambedkars Constitution and breed public distrust against democratic systems. Questioning the rationale behind marching to the apex court to force a meeting with the Chief Justice of India (CJI), CM Fadnavis asked, Which section of the Constitution empowers a political march to demand an audience with the Chief Justice of India? Attempting to exert pressure on the Supreme Court is a direct insult to Dr Ambedkar's Constitution. Drawing a sharp contrast, he invoked the 1975 Emergency imposed by former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. He highlighted how the Congress regime then suspended fundamental rights and restricted citizens from approaching High Courts and the Supreme Court. We fought against constitutional tampering in 1975, and we will fight again today. We will never allow anyone to alter or tamper with Dr B R Ambedkar's Constitution, he declared. CM Fadnavis asserted that Congress's repeated electoral failures have driven it to resort to anarchy. He also pointed to instances during past agitations at Jantar Mantar, where social media algorithms were manipulated to spread chaos, noting that platforms like Meta later issued apologies over ad-driven content and missteps involving Prime Minister Modi's posts. He stated that Congress needs to stop blaming Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) for its political setbacks and instead look inward at its failed leadership. Congress needs to find the reasons for its failure not in EVMs, but in its own leadership. This is a rejected leadership that is repeatedly re-launched, only to fail every time, he noted. Emphasising Congresss declining footprint, CM Fadnavis noted that key states across the nation have rejected the party for decades, including Tamil Nadu: 59 years, West Bengal: 50 years, Uttar Pradesh: 46 years, Sikkim: 42 years, Bihar: 36 years, Tripura: 33 years, Gujarat: 31 years and Madhya Pradesh & Odisha: 23+ years. He added that across 18 states, voters have distanced themselves from Congress for decades, forcing the party to rely heavily on regional partners like the DMK, RJD, and BSP to survive. He accused the opposition of systematically trying to instill distrust in the public mind regarding democratic institutions and the rule of law.
Congress leadership directionless, blames institutions for poll defeats: Shivraj Chouhan
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 12 (IANS) Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday launched a sharp attack on the Congress, accusing its top leadership of being completely directionless and asserting that this was the primary reason behind the party's repeated electoral defeats across the country. Addressing a press conference at the BJP headquarters in New Delhi, Chouhan said, For several years, Congress has been continuously attacking constitutional institutions. Now, it has stooped to a point where putting the blame on constitutional institutions for election defeats has become a pattern. Losing elections one after another and then taking out protests has become the fate of the Congress... The reason for the repeated election defeats is not the Election Commission, but the directionless leadership of Congress itself, Chouhan said, pointing to alleged internal differences in the party's Uttar Pradesh, Punjab and Karnataka divisions. The Union Minister further claimed that the Congress had been politically marginalised in several major states for a considerable period, citing Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Sikkim, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar as examples. Except for three or four states, Congress has been reduced to a junior partner in every other state, he said. Chouhan also accused the Congress of targeting constitutional institutions for political gain. Congress cannot win the country over by attacking constitutional institutions simply for the sake of holding onto power, he added. In a further attack, Chouhan alleged that the Congress routinely criticised institutions whenever their decisions or actions went against the party's interests. Congress is in such a state that when a court verdict goes against it, it attacks the court. When it loses an election, it attacks the Election Commission. When the Army eliminates terrorists, it attacks the Army. Congress has found it impossible to digest India's progress and the trust of the country's 1.40 crore people. That is why I say, with great anguish, that Congress is now joining hands with forces seeking to divide the country, Chouhan said, reiterating that the party's top leadership was completely directionless. Chouhan also took aim at remarks comparing the Congress to Lord Shiva's wedding procession, and said, Just now, they were saying that Congress is like Lord Shiva's wedding procession. They are talking about Lord Shiva's procession while opposing Lord Ram. This is not Lord Shiva's wedding procession; it is a group of troublemakers spreading chaos and trying to create disorder on the streets, he said. The Agriculture Minister also alleged that the Congress and the INDIA bloc were influenced by foreign powers and accused them of associating with groups and individuals whom he described as being opposed to India's interests. Congress and the INDIA bloc have now become puppets in the hands of foreign powers. For the sake of power, they sometimes rely on the Left, sometimes on cockroaches, sometimes on anti-national forces like George Soros, and sometimes on NGOs, he added. Referring to Rahul Gandhi's earlier statements, Chouhan said, Rahul Gandhi had once said that his fight is against the 'Indian state itself'; what does this mean, Rahul Gandhi? This shows how low Congress and Rahul have stooped. The remarks came amid the Congress-led INDIA bloc's march towards the Supreme Court, seeking the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar over the controversy surrounding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Opposition leaders have alleged irregularities in the revision exercise and raised concerns over the electoral rolls, while the BJP has defended the process and accused the Congress of politicising the issue.
'Neither approved nor disapproved': Supreme Court clarifies stance on new Form 6
The Supreme Court on Monday (October 12) clarified that it had either approved nor disapproved the new Form 6, stating that the issue was not adjudicated upon during the hearing on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar.
Bihar BPSC 72 Pre New Exam Date 2026 - Check Revised Prelims Schedule at bpsc.bihar.gov.in
Bihar BPSC 72 Pre New Exam Date 2026 has been revised Prelims is now tentatively scheduled for 25 October 2026 after the July 26 exam was postponed. Check the BPSC 72nd notification, 1186 vacancies, eligibility, application fee, selection process, and important links here.
'If votes were stolen, how did you become LoP', Union Minister asks Rahul Gandhi
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 12 (IANS) Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Monday asked Congress leader Rahul Gandhi if votes were stolen, how did he become the Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha. Speaking to IANS, Singh said, They are holding the Constitution in one hand while talking about destroying it. If votes were stolen, how did he become the Leader of the Opposition (LoP)? In Bihar, the Election Commission asked for evidence. Why did he not provide it? Will merely displaying the Constitution be enough? A thief is speaking out against theft. Rahul Gandhi seems to have taken it upon himself to spread lies. On the day they were marching, he claimed that 300 MPs were with them. Then why don't they bring a no-confidence motion? Now he is claiming that 200 officers are backing them. I am saying that even their own Shashi Tharoor did not join them. What is this? They want to cultivate lies. He has simply picked up a copy of the Constitution, yet he engages in actions against it, he added. Singh also attacked Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharge, saying, They spread lies and create confusion. I feel sorry for Kharge Sahib. At his age, the way he is behaving and going to such lengths to flatter people like Rahul Gandhi has crossed all limits. Rahul Gandhi only spreads lies. They want to create anarchy in the country. Singh claimed that the Opposition wants to turn the situation in our country like neighbouring nations, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka or Nepal where major demonstrations took place in recent years. They want to turn this country into Bangladesh, Sri Lanka or Nepal. That is their intention. The youth of the country are not with them. What did the Delhi University Students Union elections show? Recently, four by-elections were held. What did the results show?... he added. Earlier in the day, Congress workers gathered at the All India Congress Committee (AICC) headquarters and raised slogans against the Chief Election Commissioner ahead of the proposed march. The protest is part of the INDIA bloc's continuing campaign against the SIR, demanding the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner, Gyanesh Kumar.
Tamannaah Bhatia celebrates Navratri with 'Mata Ki Chowki': Music, prayer and surrender
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 12 (IANS) Actress Tamannaah Bhatia marked the first day of Navratri by attending a 'Mata Ki Chowki'. She even treated the netizens to some glimpses from the devotional evening, where she was seen fully immersed in the music and stories about Maa. The photos and videos showed Tamannaah participating in the aarti and enjoying the bhajans. One of the clips published by Tamannaah also shows actress Mrunal Thakur. Tamannaah's parents were also present at the 'Mata Ki Chowki'. Tamannaah wrote on her IG, Through soaring bhajans, stories of Maa and a vivid journey through the mountains to Vaishno Devi, @preetypathania15 makes you experience devotion, not just hear it. With every song, every story and every beat, you can almost feel the climb, the sacred paths unfolding and the pilgrimage carrying you deeper within (sic). Talking about her experience, she added that being immersed in music and prayer made her introspect, along with creating a sense of calm. Theres something beautiful about this duality. The music rises, the energy moves through the room and the atmosphere pulses with devotion - yet, somewhere within, a deep stillness begins to unfold. All that sound and movement draw you inward, guiding you back to your centre, back to yourself. Five hours of music, prayer and surrender that felt like a single, timeless moment. Jai Mata Di, the post further read. Earlier, Tamannaah revealed how she had a spiritual experience while shooting for the Chhath song from her movie, 'The Vvaan'. I have always held a deep reverence for Chhath Puja. Before we started shooting for the song, I spent time studying and understanding the significance of the ritual and how it is performed in Bihar and Patna. Honestly, I was stunned to learn the power it holds. The strong connection I felt with Chhathi Maiyya is something I cannot put in words. I found myself feeling deeply connected to her, she shared.
'Haven't Yet Examined Form 6': Supreme Court On Bihar SIR Petition
While hearing a separate petition on October 5, the Supreme Court had said it had not approved any modifications to Form 6 being used by the ECI
SC says no ruling was made on new Form 6 in Bihar SIR
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday, October 12, said it had not adjudicated upon the new Form 6 while hearing the matter related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar. Form 6 is an application through which an eligible person seeks inclusion in the electoral roll. The observation came from Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
SC says it did not approve changes to Form 6 in Bihar SIR
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday, October 12, said it had not adjudicated upon the new Form 6 while hearing the matter related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar. Form 6 is an application through which an eligible person seeks inclusion in the electoral roll. The observation came from Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Supreme Court says it never adjudicated on new Form 6 in Bihar SIR case
The Supreme Court addressed the ongoing concerns about Bihar's electoral rolls on Monday, stating that no judgment has been made on the new Form 6. Justice Bagchi highlighted that this form was not a matter of consideration in past hearings related to the Special Intensive Revision petition. The Election Commission had earlier suggested that their approval existed, making this clarification crucial for electoral procedures nationwide.
No adjudication on new Form 6 while hearing Bihar SIR matter, says SC
The Supreme Court on Monday said it had not adjudicated upon the new Form 6 while hearing the matter related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar. Form 6 is an application through which an eligible person seeks inclusion in the electoral roll. The observation came from a bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana that was hearing a petition concerning the SIR. The counsel appearing for the petitioner argued that the Election Commission had said that Form 6 was approved by the apex court. There is no adjudication on the new Form 6, Justice Bagchi observed, adding that when the matter relating to the SIR in Bihar was heard before it, the issue of new Form 6 was not there. While hearing a separate plea on October 5, the apex court said it had not approved any modifications to Form 6 being used by the poll panel during the SIR of electoral rolls in various states. The Election Commission had issued a pre
Hyderabad:A 20-year-old man was injured in the neck by a manja while out on a bike with friends in the Jeedimetla Police Station limits on Sunday morning, October 11. Police identified him as Manish, a native of Bihar who lives in Ayodhyanagar, Qutbullapur. The incident took place around 9.30 am. The string cut across Manishs Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
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Witchcraft Suspicion Leads To Woman's Death In Bihar
A 52-year-old woman was allegedly beaten to death by her neighbours in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, on Sunday, suspected of practising witchcraft. Police are investigating the incident, and an FIR is expected after the victim's son submits a written complaint.
Home Guard Soldier Dies from Gunshot Wound in Bihar Police Station Incident
A 25-year-old Home Guard soldier was fatally shot at a police station in Bihar, prompting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. Home Guard Soldier Dies from Gunshot Wound in Bihar Police Station Incident
Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) will publish the UGMAC 2026 Round 3 provisional seat allotment result on 14 October 2026. Candidates participating in MBBS, BDS, Veterinary and Fisheries counselling can check their allotment status, download the provisional allotment order from 14 to 17 October, and complete document verification and admission on 16-17 October 2026.
16 people drowned to death in Bihar on the first day of Dussehra festival
According to police officials, most of the death reports from drowning have come from the districts of Muzaffarpur, Darbhanga and Sitamarhi.
20-Yr-Old Biker Sustains Severe Neck Injuries After Contact With Manja
According to detective inspector Ch. Dhanunjay, the survivor, Manish, a native of Bihar, was a resident of Ayodhyanagar, Quthbullapur and works at a plastic company in Subhashnagar.
Prashant Kishor Pledges to Secure Seventh Pay Scale for Teachers and Jobs for Youth in Bihar
Prashant Kishor vows to address teachers pay and youth employment during a recent event in Hajipur, urging voters to prioritize education. Prashant Kishor Pledges to Secure Seventh Pay Scale for Teachers and Jobs for Youth in Bihar
Kaushik, Rinku tons put UP in command against Bihar
Police Didi act against 790 alleged eve-teasers in first month
Litera Valley School celebrate German language and culture
Ranji trophy: UP ride on Kaushik, Rinku tons to dominate Bihar on Day 1
23 cadets of Sainik School Nalanda clear NDA written exam
Tirhut graduates poll to test appeal of independent, party candidates
Two minors die as flag touches live wire in Champaran
Govt transfers 2 IPS, 27 BPS officers in state
Bihar Technical Service Commission Announces 787 Vacancies for Veterinary Officers
The Bihar Technical Service Commission has opened applications for 787 veterinary officer positions, with a deadline of October 23. Bihar Technical Service Commission Announces 787 Vacancies for Veterinary Officers
Garbage, dangling wires raise safety concerns ahead of Durga Puja in Nandgaon
Tejashwi urges people to join INDIA blocs protest in Delhi today
Damaged wires to be fixed before festivities
Durga Swarotsav concludes with celebration of classical arts
Boy dies, SHO & others hurt in bridge collapse
Chirag hits out at remarks terming young protesters as misguided
Samrat to officials: Complete Patna metro rail project by 2028
Kalash Sthapna marks beginning of Durga Puja
Gaya airport to restore intl flights in winter
JD(U), RJD recall JPs fight for democracy
Araria Drug Raid: STF Personnel Injured, 3 Smugglers Held
Six Special Task Force (STF) personnel were injured in a violent clash with suspected drug smugglers during a raid in Araria district, Bihar, on Sunday. Three smugglers were arrested, while one managed to escape. The incident involved an attack on the STF team with various weapons and alleged firing from both sides, with injured personnel receiving treatment at Araria Sadar Hospital.
BJP Mahila Morcha Protests, Demands Congress MPs Expulsion
BJP Mahila Morcha staged protests across multiple states, including Bihar, Manipur, Delhi and Himachal Pradesh, demanding the expulsion of Congress MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam over allegations of sexual harassment involving female students and reports of his dismissal from JNU.
Licences of 47 repeat traffic violators face cancellation
Nursing student found hanging in Katihar rented room
